Coronavirus Sufferer Boris Johnson Admitted to Hospital After Persistent Symptoms
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been admitted to the hospital after struggling to recover from the novel coronavirus.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson yesterday was admitted to the hospital after he continued to suffer from fever due to the coronavirus. Johnson was tested positive from the virus in late March.
Boris Johnson is admitted to a hospital after persistent symptoms of coronavirus. SOURCE: AP News After experiencing ten days of non-stop symptoms due to COVID-19, Boris was admitted at St. Thomas' hospital in West London, England.
A Downing Street spokesperson said:
“On the advice of his doctor, the prime minister has tonight been admitted to hospital for tests. This is a precautionary step, as the prime minister continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus 10 days after testing positive for the virus.”
The spokesperson also further told the prime minister would stay in hospital "as long as needed."
On March 27, 2020, Boris tweeted a video message on his Twitter and informed people that he developed mild symptoms of cough and cold, which later tested positive for the disease. Since contracting the novel coronavirus, he had been in self-isolation.
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A few hours ago, the 55-year-old took to Twitter to give updates on his physical condition to his followers.
The UK prime minister wrote:
"Last night, on the advice of my doctor, I went into hospital for some routine tests as I’m still experiencing coronavirus symptoms. I’m in good spirits and keeping in touch with my team, as we work together to fight this virus and keep everyone safe."
A moment after that, he thanked all the NHS staff for taking care of him. Mr. Johnson will be staying in the hospital for a few days of observation.
Boris Johnson expressing his gratitude to health workers. SOURCE: Boris Johnson's Twitter (@BorisJohnson) We hope a speedy recovery to Mr. Boris Johnson and can get back to his works! Two days before Boris announced about testing positive of the coronavirus; the UK Royal Palace released the statement that Prince Charles had also tested positive for the virus.
The global pandemic has now killed 4,934 people and infected 47,806 people in the UK. Experts have criticized the country for its sluggish response in tackling the diseases and has witnessed more than ten percent death rate compared to around five percent in most countries around the world.
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